Florida Gators are unlikely to land top offensive line commit, but being in contention sends another strong signal
Offensive line coach Phil Trautwein has been one of the best recruiters in the country, and he continues to be involved with elite players.
Recruiting for the Florida Gators has been incredible over the last few weeks.
Head coach Jon Sumrall has landed 14 commitments thus far, and they have the seventh-ranked class in the nation, per Rivals. Among their commits, three of the top five, and the only two in the top 100, are on the offensive line.
- Five-star offensive lineman Maxwell Hiller
- Four-star offensive lineman Peyton Miller
- Four-star offensive tackle Elijah Hutcheson
Offensive line coach Phil Trautwein has been on fire with recruiting, and he has the Gators in contention for another elite recruit.
Five-star OT Oluwasemilore Olubobola has Gators in top fix
The Gators are in contention for five-star OT Oluwasemilore Olubobola, who is going to make his decision on Tuesday morning.
During the Billy Napier era, the Gators weren’t in contention for players of his caliber, but Oluboloba is another signal that Trautwein has the Gators in a great spot. Olubobola is the 25th-ranked recruit in the nation and the No. 3 offensive tackle per the Rivals’ Industry Ranking. At 6-6 and 295 pounds, he’s got hte frame to be an elite player at the next level.
Charles Power of Rivals’ scouting report on Olubobola highlights how good he can be.
Big-framed offensive tackle with budding physicality and high upside. Has a high-cut build with plus length. Measured at round 6-foot-6, 295 pounds with a 7-foot-1 wing-span prior to his senior season.Has continued to fill out his frame over his final high school years. Lines up at left tackle for his high school. Violent run blocker who looks to finish with authority. Seeks out contact, using his length to make first contact and driving his feet once engaged. Made improvements in pass pro as a junior, flashing reactive quickness and a stronger base. Also made strides with his overall technique. Has a tendency to play high, but has added more flexibility to his game. Has a later birthday for the cycle, turning 17 years old in mid-April of his junior year. Looks to have considerable upside and appears to be an ascending prospect given the jump he showed on junior film. Has the potential to be one of the top offensive linemen in the 2027 cycle.
Charles Power
Rivals
While the Notre Dame Fighting Irish are likely to land him, being in the running is a great sign for the future.